Graduate Assistant, Cross Country/Track & Field

Job description

Under the general direction of the cross country and track head coach, the cross country/track & field graduate assistant will assist in recruiting qualified student-athletes, instruct and develop the student-athletes, prepare for meets, and assist in community involvement. Instruction should include, but not limited to the rules, strategies and techniques related to practice and competition. Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned. - Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration (60%) - Assist the head coach in organizing and conducting practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the sport. Non-traditional (or out-of-season) season practices may be required; - Assist the head coach to serve as the representative of the department at the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition; - Assist the head coach in the management of operational budget issues; participate in uniform and equipment purchase process; help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of the Director of Athletics; help develop and implement fundraising strategies; - Assist the head coach in t...